Subject: English II Full marks: 50 Grade: 6

Group – A 'Reading Comprehension' [15 marks]

Q.1 Read the given text and answer the questions that follow. [10]

Character

Character refers to the qualities, traits, and values that define a person's behavior and
actions. It reflects who we are as individuals and shapes how we interact with the world
around us. Building a strong character is essential for personal growth and success. Let's
explore the concept of character in more detail.
Character is not something we are born with; it is developed over time through our
experiences, choices, and interactions with others. It encompasses a range of qualities
such as honesty, integrity, kindness, respect, and perseverance. These qualities are like
building blocks that shape our actions and help us make the right choices in life.
Having a strong character is important because it affects how we treat others and how
they perceive us. When we display honesty and integrity, we earn the trust and respect of
those around us. By being kind and respectful, we foster positive relationships and create
a harmonious environment. When faced with challenges, having perseverance and
determination allows us to overcome obstacles and achieve our goals.
Understanding and developing our character is an ongoing process that requires self-
reflection, learning from our mistakes, and actively making positive choices. By focusing
on building a strong character, we can become better individuals and make a positive
impact on the world around us.
Now, let's test our understanding of character with some short answer, fill in the blanks,
and true or false questions:

A. Short Answer Questions: [1 x 5 = 5]

1. What is character?
2. How is character developed?
3. Name two qualities that contribute to a strong character.
4. Why is having a strong character important?
5. Give an example of a situation where perseverance is needed.

B. Fill in the Blanks: [0.5 x 5 = 2.5]

1. Character is developed through ________, ________, and interactions with

others.
2. Displaying ________ and ________ earns the trust and respect of others.
3. Kindness and ________ foster positive relationships.
4. Perseverance helps us overcome ________ and achieve our goals.
5. Having a strong character contributes to personal ________ and ________.

C. True or False Questions: [0.5 x 5 = 2.5]

 1. Character is something we are born with.
2. Honesty and integrity are important qualities for a strong character.
3. Perseverance is not necessary for achieving goals.
4. Having a strong character has no impact on our relationships.
5. Respect and kindness are unrelated to character development.

Q. 2 From your understanding of the story of "A Day's Wait", answer the given
questions. [2]
a) Who is the author of the story titled 'A Day's Wait'?
c) Why does Schatz think that he is going to die?

Q.3 From your understanding of the story of "Tom Paints the Fence", answer the
given questions. [2]
a) Why were the boys so eager to paint the fence?
c) Tom had discovered the 'great law of human action'. What was it?

Q.4 From your understanding of the story of "The Giving Tree", answer the given
questions. [1]
b) What is Chipko movement?

Group -B 'Vocabulary' [10 marks]

Q.5 Use the given words and make them into grammatically correct sentences.
[0.5 X 6 =3]
i) sensitive ii) consent iii) fret iv) disgrace v) hesitate vi) giggle

Q.6 Split the words given below into their syllables. [2]
i) number ii) exercise iii) English iv) Dear

Q.7 Add the suitable prefixes to the words on the left and write the resulting new
words. [1.5]
a. Mountain + ____ = ______
b. Design + _____ = _______
c. History + ______ = _______

Q.8 Add the suitable suffix to the words on the left and write the resulting new
words. [1.5]
a) ___ + identified = _______
b) ___ + ending = ______
c) ___ + placed = ________

Q.9 Complete the following sentences with the correct choice of homophone
words. [2]
Mohit: Are you going ______ (to, too, two) the party? Can I come _____ (along, a
long) with you? I ____ (to, too, two) want to go to the party.
 Sohail: Sure. You can wear _____ (you’re, your) favorite.

Group – C ‘Grammar’ [10 marks]

Q.11 Identify the parts of speech for the underlined words in the given
sentences. [2.5]
I will not pinch her ears, nor tread on her paw.
Lest I should provoke her to use her sharp claw.
I will never vex her, nor make her displeased.

Q.12 Divide each sentence below into its subject and predicate. [2.5]
I. The young man became a sailor.
II. She was married at a young age.
III. The women stood in a row around the trees.
IV. A group of them sat guarding the rest of the men.
V. The leader of the Chipko movement came to Reni.

Q 13. Fill in the blanks with correct form of the verb. Rewriting is not
necessary. [0.5 x 6 = 3]
The Arjun _____(is/are) one of the most handsome trees. Its leaves ___
(is/are) neither too dark nor very dense. The tree ___ (have/has) an airy feel
about it. Arjun trees ___ (grow/grows) in almost every type of soil and they
can tolerate ____ (tolerate/tolerates) half submergence for a few weeks.
People ____ (plant/plants) it for shade and decoration in avenues and parks.

Q. 14 Define adverbs with examples. How to identify adverbs in a sentence? [1+1]

Group – D ‘Writing’ [15 marks]

Q 16. Draw a mind-map with at least five branches/nodes centered around the topic
of ‘My goal in life’. [5]
Q 15. Write a short paragraph on the topic of “Who am I?” in no less than 100
words. [5]
Q 17. Write an informal letter addressed to your friend living in ‘Edinburgh, Scotland,
United Kingdom’ about an interesting event in your daily life. [5]